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Electricians

switchboards, EV chargers, power points, lighting, safety checks and urgent outages

Plumbers

hot water upgrades, blocked drains, leaking taps, toilets and burst pipes

HVAC technicians

split system installs, servicing, repairs and replacement quotes

Builders

renovations, upgrades, defects, carpentry and project quoting

Landscapers and earthworks

retaining walls, turf, paving, site cuts, trenching, excavation and outdoor upgrades

Concreters and fencers

driveways, slabs, paths, Colorbond fencing, gates and boundary repairs

Roofers and roof plumbers

roof leaks, gutters, downpipes, box gutters, restoration and storm damage

Cleaners, locksmiths and garage doors

end of lease cleans, lock changes, urgent lockouts, motors and roller door repairs

Common problems

• Tight access
• Unknown services
• Spoil removal
• Drainage

Typical cost

$500 - $5,000+ depending on depth and access

Average time

Depends on machine access and spoil removal

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie for any excavation near services or structures.

Can I do anything myself?

Do not dig without checking services.

Safety note

Underground services must be considered before excavation.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Depth and area?
• Machine access?
• Where will spoil go?

Photos to prepare

• Access
• Dig area
• Plans/service info

How do I find the right earthworks contractor in Craigieburn?

Describe the job in plain English. TradeCentral identifies the likely trade, urgency and job type, then prepares the request for suitable local businesses based on service area, licence fit, availability and response quality.

How much does excavation usually cost in Australia?

$500 - $5,000+ depending on depth and access

How long does excavation normally take?

Depends on machine access and spoil removal

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare access, dig area, plans/service info. Tradies may also ask: Depth and area? Machine access? Where will spoil go?